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This painting is composed of horizontal bands of color in an abstract arrangement. Muted red, blue, and pink strokes create lines across the lower half, with a white and orange rectangle on the bottom. A pale green square with a faint pink center dominates the top half of the painting. The edges of the painting are surrounded by a thin band of bright orange. Some of the colors blend slightly into one another, and visible brushstrokes create slight variations in color.
Mark Rothko, No. 7 [or] No. 11, 1949, oil on canvas, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.43.144

No. 7 [or] No. 11

Mark Rothko · 1949 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  1986.43.144

The image depicts a full-body line drawing of a person standing upright. The individual has a relaxed stance with their weight shifted slightly to one side. The facial features are minimalistic, with lightly sketched eyes, a small nose, and a subtle smile. The hair is represented with quick lines, suggesting a short and untidy style. The person is unclothed, without any accessories. The background is plain, emphasizing the figure.
Mark Rothko, Frontal Nude Standing with Legs Crossed, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.224

Frontal Nude Standing with Legs Crossed

Mark Rothko · · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.56.224

The image shows two sketches on a sheet of paper. The top sketch includes figures, trees, and horses with expressive lines suggesting movement and presence. The trees are depicted with vertical strokes, and crosshatching provides texture and shading. The second sketch features a fence on the left leading to tall trees. Both sketches are in black ink on beige paper with ink stains and marks, creating a raw, unfinished look.
Mark Rothko, Sheet with Two Landscape Sketches, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.71

Sheet with Two Landscape Sketches

Mark Rothko · · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.56.71

The image shows a winding path leading towards a distant row of hills and a small red building. On the left, there is a bright blue structure with slanted lines. To the right of the path is a pink building with red accents. A dark blue early 20th-century style car is on the right side. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, and the color palette includes earthy tones with pops of vibrant color.
Mark Rothko, Neighborhood Scene [verso], c. 1930, gouache and brush and black ink on brown wove paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.43.203.b

Neighborhood Scene [verso]

Mark Rothko · c. 1930 · gouache and brush and black ink on brown wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.43.203.b

The image shows a full-body side profile of a person standing with their left hand in their pocket. The person has a distinct hairstyle with neatly combed, short hair styled to the side. Their facial features are delicately sketched in a profile view with a concentrated expression. The individual is dressed in a simple outfit, potentially a collared shirt or sweater with trousers. The background features a framed piece of artwork with an abstract design. The sketch is done on plain, cream-colored paper that shows signs of wear and some stains.
Mark Rothko, Standing Man with Hand in Pocket [verso], (drawing), Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.431.b

Standing Man with Hand in Pocket [verso]

Mark Rothko · · (drawing) ·  Accession ID  1986.56.431.b

The image shows a sketch of a woman knitting. She is seated, focused on her work. The sketch depicts the woman's upper body, including her hands holding knitting needles. She has short, wavy hair and wears a dress with a plaid pattern.
Mark Rothko, Woman on Seat Cushion, Knitting, graphite on wove paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.188

Woman on Seat Cushion, Knitting

Mark Rothko · · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.56.188

The image shows a drawing of a person with their upper body visible. The individual is seated with a slightly hunched posture, leaning their head on their left hand, and their gaze is directed downwards. The person's facial features are outlined, with short or medium-length hair framing their face. They are wearing a long-sleeved garment and holding a piece of paper or a book in their right hand, resting on their lap. The background is plain with marks and smudges visible on the paper.
Mark Rothko, Woman Seated in a Chair [verso], pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.474.b

Woman Seated in a Chair [verso]

Mark Rothko · · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.56.474.b

The image consists of bold rectangular shapes. There is a deep black area at the bottom and a rich, dark blue area at the top, separated by a thin blurred boundary. A thin border of reddish hue subtly frames the shapes.
Mark Rothko, Untitled, 1968, acrylic on paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.43.237

Untitled

Mark Rothko · 1968 · acrylic on paper ·  Accession ID  1986.43.237

The image shows a sketch of a person viewed nearly in full-body, but slightly cropped at the knees. The person is positioned kneeling on one knee while the other leg is bent and lying on the ground. Their torso is twisted slightly to the side, and one arm is raised, bent at the elbow with a fist near eye level, while the opposite arm is extended to support their weight on the floor. The facial features are minimally detailed, with a profile view showing a simple outline of the nose and chin. The hair appears short and is depicted with shading around the scalp. The person is nude. The sketch is done in charcoal or pencil, giving a minimalistic appearance with emphasis on shading and line work. There is no jewelry or objects in the scene. The background is plain and unadorned, focusing entirely on the figure's form and posture.
Mark Rothko, Female Nude Seated on the Ground, Left Arm Supporting Torso, Right Arm Raised, graphite on wove paper, Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.35

Female Nude Seated on the Ground, Left Arm Supporting Torso, Right Arm Raised

Mark Rothko · · graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1986.56.35

The image shows a person seated cross-legged on the ground. The person is looking downwards towards their right arm, which rests on their knee. The figure has minimal facial features, short hair, and is wearing a short-sleeved garment. The background is plain with some shading around the figure.
Mark Rothko, Seated Woman, (drawing), Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc., 1986.56.388

Seated Woman

Mark Rothko · · (drawing) ·  Accession ID  1986.56.388